To check if an SPF record is set up correctly, you can use an SPF record checker tool. Here are the steps:
1. Go to an SPF record checking tool, such as MX Toolbox SPF Record Lookup or Kitterman SPF Record Testing Tool.
1. Enter the domain name of the email sender that you want to verify.
1. Click on the “Check” or “Validate” button.
1. The tool will display the SPF record for the entered domain and indicate whether it is valid or not.
1. If the SPF record is not valid, the tool will provide suggestions on how to correct the issue.
1. Verify that the include statements are correctly pointing to the domains that are authorized to send emails on behalf of your domain.
1. Follow the tool’s advice to correct any errors and test again until the SPF record is validated.
Once the SPF record is validated, you can be confident that your email messages will be authenticated and delivered successfully.
